Jargon, pretentious language, euphemisms, doublespeak 1

In each pair, click on the sentence that is free of jargon, pretentious or flowery language, euphemisms, or doublespeak.

For help with this exercise, see Appropriate language.

Example

1 of 5

Question

undefined.  
◯ We learned that the mayor had been engaging in a creative transfer of city employees’ pension funds.
◯ We learned that the mayor had been embezzling money from city employees’ pension funds.
Jargon, pretentious language, euphemisms, doublespeak 1 – 1

2 of 5

Question

undefined.  
◯ After a quick look at the new research on textiles, Patricia and her team decided to visit local clothing manufacturers.
◯ After a cursory examination of brand-new research findings on textiles, Patricia and the members of her team made the decision to engage in a series of visits to fashion manufacturers in the local vicinity.
Jargon, pretentious language, euphemisms, doublespeak 1 – 2

3 of 5

Question

undefined.  
◯ The nurse announced that there had been a negative patient-care outcome due to a therapeutic misadventure on the part of the surgeon.
◯ The nurse said that the patient had died because the surgeon had made a mistake.
Jargon, pretentious language, euphemisms, doublespeak 1 – 3

4 of 5

Question

undefined.  
◯ A generally leisurely pace at the onset of tai chi exercises can yield a variety of beneficial outcomes within a short period of time.
◯ A slow start to tai chi exercises can bring benefits quickly.
Jargon, pretentious language, euphemisms, doublespeak 1 – 4

5 of 5

Question

undefined.  
◯ The important fact is that the company is losing money.
◯ The bottom line is that the company is experiencing a negative cash flow.
Jargon, pretentious language, euphemisms, doublespeak 1 – 5